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View at Lloyds after a Stormy Night, 1824 (coloured etching)
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View at Lloyds after a Stormy Night, 1824 (coloured etching)
GHL21153 View at Lloyds after a Stormy Night, 1824 (coloured etching) by Dighton, Richard (1795-1880); London Metropolitan Archives, City of London; (add.info.: Robert Dewar (fl.1824); banker; Lloyds Insurance Market; expression of anxiety after a night of storms at sea and danger to shipping; from City Characters by Richard Dighton; ); eLondon Metropolitan Archives; English, out of copyright
Media ID 23345244
© London Metropolitan Archives / Bridgeman Images
Insurance Lloyds Risk Risks Tail Coat Trading Economic History
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View at Lloyds after a Stormy Night, 1824 - A Glimpse into the Perils of Trade and Insurance
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. This coloured etching by Richard Dighton takes us back to the year 1824, offering a unique perspective on the financial dangers faced by traders in the City of London. The scene depicts Robert Dewar, a prominent banker, standing outside Lloyds Insurance Market after a tumultuous night of storms at sea. The artist masterfully captures Dewar's expression of anxiety and concern as he contemplates the potential danger to shipping caused by the tempestuous weather. Dressed in his elegant tailcoat, Dewar symbolizes not only his own profile but also represents countless individuals whose livelihoods were tied to maritime trade. Through this artwork, we are transported to an era when economic history was shaped by risks and uncertainties. It serves as a poignant reminder that insurance played a vital role in mitigating these perils for both merchants and seafarers alike. As we gaze upon this print from Bridgeman Images' collection, let us appreciate its historical significance without forgetting that it is not affiliated with any specific commercial use. Instead, let us delve into its narrative about human resilience in face of adversity and reflect on how our modern world owes much to those who navigated treacherous waters before us.
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